A Quest to Save Afternoon Happiness

The words, "What's for dinner?" dash my happy afternoons into darkness. I don't know what's for dinner. Maybe bread and Ramen? Well, no more! It's time to take control. This blog is devoted to those parents at home who are also dreading that nightly decision. I will post a weekly dinner schedule on Saturdays or Sundays with side's and maybe even a few how-to recipes along the way. These will be normal recipes. I don't do fancy stuff, in general. I have kids, for heaven's sake and they are picky. If I can't pronounce it, it's not going on my table. So come and join me.

I want to tell you a little inspirational story today. About 2 1/2 years ago, I made a delicious stew. It was one of those hearty stews with big squares of potato, onion and unchopped baby carrots. mmmmm. Well, I was an experienced mom so when my young son sat down to his meal with his typical scowl for anything not mac-n-cheese, I was ready. I said, "I don't want to hear it. Just take a few bites and then you can go out and play." He gave me a resigned sigh and replied, "OK, Mom, but just answer one question first." he pointed to a carrot. "Is that a finger or a worm?" Wow. My cooking ego deflated fast. No wonder he hesitates when I serve something! Now, for the inspirational part. Eventually, he came to tolerate the stew and then, wonder of wonders, he actually liked it. So there is HOPE for picky eaters yet, if you only persevere! Now, on to the menu.

Monday:Deli Style SandwichesChips

Tuesday:Turkey Noodle SoupHomemade rolls

Wednesday:Stirfry with RiceChinese crunchy noodles (lets face it, this is all the kids are going to eat durring the meal, so get a big bag)Egg Flower soup